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Programma 2009:
Ayurveda & Yoga Year Training
starting: 22 January 2009
time: Thursday afternoon 13-17.30
contact hours: 140+
optional: Sanskrit, practice classes with Q&A
General information
Ayurveda - a universal health
system of body and mind
Ayurveda is an age-old science and
profession. Its aim is healing as well as preventing
disease. The framework of Ayurveda is a holistic one,
integrating body, mind and spirit. Ayurveda focuses on a
natural and healthy balance in the life of each and every
being, and acknowledges each person as a unique entity.
Yoga has always been an integral part of the ayurvedic
approach.
Yoga - a holistic system of mind and body
The word Yoga means "union": the
integration of physical, mental and spiritual energies that
enhance health and well-being. The physical postures,
breathing exercises and meditation practices of yoga are
practiced to ultimately still the mind and consciousness to
achieve a state of perfect spiritual insight and
tranquility in order to connect with our true Self. Yoga
and Ayurveda are among the oldest known systems of health
practiced in the world today.
Yoga and Ayurveda
Yoga and Ayurveda have long been
complementary practices, serving each other like two sides
of one coin. Ayurveda purifies the body and mind and yoga
directs subtle energy into appropriate channels for
spiritual progress.
Both practices deepen and become more effective when
practiced with the other. Ayur-Yoga has been gradually
developing out of this union: it is a unique approach to
yoga that is systematically tailored to each person's
individual constitution and condition. The practice of
Ayur-yoga can be a valuable and powerful means of
heightening our awareness and living in harmony with
nature.
Subjects
Ayurvedic theory, basic principles, physiology and
anatomy
Ayurveda has its own and unique paradigm as
to how it sees life and its processes. It also has its own
system of anatomy and physiology. Ayurvedic basic
principles and learing how to apply these in daily life on
all levels, including yoga practice, are an important and
integral part of this training.
Ayur-Yoga; therapeutic use of Asanas and
Pranayama
Asanas and Pranayama can be particularly effective if used
in accordance with each individual's unique constitution.
Ayurveda places due value on Prakriti - each individuals
basic constitution, given by birth. Within that perspective
of constitution, it is important how and with which
attitude one practices Asana and Pranayama. It will benefit
yoga practice for any student of Yoga. Every Yoga teacher
could help students to become more aware of this
perspective, regardless of yoga school or discipline. A
similar approach is valid once specific diseases and
complaints are taken into account. This makes Ayur-Yoga an
important practical part part of this training.
Philosophy, spirituality and daily practice in
Yoga
Another important part of this training is dedicated to the
deeper aspects of Ayurveda and Yoga. Asanas and Pranayama
are only a small part of Yogic science. The eight limbs of
Yoga and their connections with Ayurveda deserve due
attention. Only then Ayurveda and Yoga can be truly
understood and integrated in their fullest form in daily
life. Ayurveda and Yoga then can meet in many fields such
as lifestyle, diet. meditation and chosing a spiritual path
or discipline.
Practical information
Training and teaching material is in English language. Email us for a syllabus and curriculum.
Teachers
This course has been designed and developed by Coen van der
Kroon, the director of the AAS. The course will be taught
by Coen van der
Kroon& Rolf Jost, as well as
several guest teachers for seminars and specific topics,
including Mukunda Stiles and Dr. Robert Svoboda.
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